Collector's Pocket Watches, Wristwatc...
New York, Grand Havana Room, Dec 06, 2000
LOT 69
Ancienne Maison B. Haas Jeune, Haas Neveux & Cie. Srs. Genève, Paris, No. 24213, circa 1900.Fine, 18K gold and enamel, Art Nouveau keyless watch.
USD 4,500 - 5,000
C. four body, solid, 'demi-bassine', fully decorated with raised thistle flower and foliage in an Art Nouveau pattern, against a light green enamel ground. Hinged gold cuvette with a dedication dated August 15, 1901. D. white enamel with Breguet numerals and gold paillons minutes, sunk center and subsidiary seconds; 'Spade' gold hands. M. 17''', nickel, 'fausses côtes' decoration, Geneva Quality Hallmark, 18 jewels, straight line lever escapement, cut bimetallic compensation balance, Breguet balnce spring, micrometric spring-loaded regulator.Dial, cuvette and movement signed.Diam. 49 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3-17 |
Good Slightly spotted |
Movement: 4-5* |
Fair Poor Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-13-01 |
Good Slightly damaged HANDS Original |